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Pay the Day

May 21, 2025|Categories: Blog, Event, Featured Home Button, Home Program, Home Slide|

Join in June & Save: Pay the Day is Here!

Thinking about joining the YMCA of Columbia? Don’t wait—June is the perfect time to take the leap! All month long, new members can take advantage of our Pay the Day special and score big savings on joining fees.

Here’s how it works:
The date you join = the amount you pay as your joining fee!
Join on June 1 and pay just $1. Join on June […]

YMCA of Columbia’s Race to Remember: Honor Our Fallen Heroes May 23, 2026

May 19, 2025|Categories: Blog, Downtown YMCA, Event, Home Program, Home Slide, News, Press Release|

Sign Up for the YMCA of Columbia’s Race to Remember

Join us on Saturday, May 23, 2026, for the YMCA of Columbia’s Race to Remember in Historic Downtown Columbia. This 5K Run/Walk and Kids 1-Mile Fun Run is open to all ages and abilities, making it a perfect event for families and individuals alike. It’s a chance to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country by carrying a flag or wearing dog tags during the race.

All proceeds […]

Family Fun Day Sponsored By Kohl’s

May 14, 2025|Categories: Ballentine Family YMCA, Blog, Home Slide, News, NorthWest Family YMCA, Uncategorized|Tags: , , , |

2025 Kohl’s Family Fun Day!

Join us for Family Fun Day, sponsored by Kohl’s on Wednesday, June 11th from 10am to 2pm at the NorthWest Family YMCA! This event is FREE for the entire community – members and nonmembers!

• Get active with over a dozen field games,
• Jump, hide and slide in the inflatables,
• Spark creativity with painting and chalk art,
• Focus on wellness at health and safety stations,
• Stay cool in the splash pad and with water games,
• Visit with our delicious and refreshing food vendors

New to the area? Join […]

Navigating the Shift: From School Bells to Camp Cheers

May 5, 2025|Categories: Blog, Camp, Downtown YMCA, Jeep Rogers Family YMCA, NorthWest Family YMCA|Tags: |

Catie Young, Youth Development Director pictured right with Assistant Director Natalie Woods.

By Catie Young, Downtown Youth Development Director

We’re getting closer to summer, and with it comes the exciting transition from school routines to the boundless energy of camp! As the school year winds down, it’s common for kids to experience a mix of excitement, anxiety, and changes in behavior. This week, we’re sharing some practical tips to help you and your children navigate this transition smoothly.

The End-of-School Rollercoaster:

The shift from the structured environment of school to the […]

Jeep Rogers YMCA Aquatics Open House

April 20, 2025|Categories: Blog, Event, Home Program, Home Slide, Jeep Rogers Family YMCA, News|

Make a Splash at the Aquatics Open House! Join us on Friday, April 25th any time from 5:30-7:00 pm for a fun-filled afternoon at the Jeep Rogers Family YMCA Aquatics Open House!

This is your chance to:

Explore our year-round swim team (Mudcats)!
Learn about Summer League Swim (Swordfish)!
Discover swim lesson options to strengthen your child’s skills.

Plus, enjoy:

Pizza and drinks to fuel the fun.
Open swim lanes for […]

Light the Way for a Brighter Tomorrow: Give to the 2025 Annual Campaign

March 26, 2025|Categories: Ballentine Family YMCA, Blog, Downtown YMCA, Event, Featured Home Button, Home Program, Home Slide, Jeep Rogers Family YMCA, News, NorthWest Family YMCA, Orangeburg County YMCA:|

Donate to the 2025 YMCA of Columbia Annual Campaign

At the YMCA of Columbia, we believe in strengthening our community by providing access to programs that promote health, wellness, and personal growth. Our 2025 Annual Campaign ensures that financial barriers never stand in the way of a brighter future. When you give to the Y, you help light the way for individuals and families who need us most.

Donate Today

 

What is the YMCA of Columbia Annual […]

All YMCA of Columbia branch locations will close at 1:00 pm on December 31 and all day January 1. View Holiday Hours
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